You may have heard the phrase “summa cum laude” before. It’s a somewhat common phrase, but as with many Latin words that we transfer into the English language, sometimes it can be difficult to know what it really means. So, today’s phrase of the day is summa cum laude. By the end of this article, … Continued
Have you ever heard of the acronym IVF? This simple, three-letter abbreviation might not seem like a significant word, but behind these three letters is a great deal of innovation and science that improves people’s lives. So, today’s word of the day is IVF. After reading this short guide, you’ll have a basic understanding of … Continued
Certain words in the English language, especially swear words, often have multiple definitions. The simple, four-letter word “damn” has several definitions used by English speakers all the time. Because there is no one definition of damn, it can sometimes be perplexing. Hearing the word damn in conversation could bring confusion rather than clarity if you’re … Continued
Have you ever heard of the word etymology? It looks like a pretty complex word, and many people aren’t familiar with its definition. However, this is an incredibly important word, and knowing about it can expand your understanding of the English language. So, today’s word of the day is etymology. By the end of this … Continued
If you know anybody interested in geology, spiritual healing, or the zodiac, you may have heard of black onyx. But what is black onyx? Where did it come from? Is there any important spiritual meaning behind it? Those are questions that this article seeks to answer. By the end of this read, you’ll have a … Continued
You may have heard somebody shout “banzai” as they jump off a diving board into a pool, or perhaps you’ve heard it as an exclamatory shout or celebratory chant. What does the word banzai actually mean? Where did it come from? Those are the questions that this article is going to answer. Today’s word of … Continued
Have you ever heard of the word dwelling? Are you familiar with its definitions and the different forms it takes on? Keep reading to learn everything you need to know about the word dwelling and how to use it. Some words in the English language can be somewhat confusing because of their many forms. Dwelling … Continued
You might have heard the word jasper used as somebody’s name, but did you know there’s another definition for this word? It’s not just a name — it’s a regular word too. Many people are unfamiliar with the word jasper and what it means. The word could potentially cause some confusion unless you’re familiar with … Continued
When encountering a new word in a book or a conversation, it can be confusing if you don’t know all the possible definitions. One of those words is the word mean. It’s a simple word at first glance, but it has multiple definitions that hardly relate to each other, making it somewhat confusing. So, today’s … Continued